On life’s stage, years weave tales untold, In time’s embrace, mysteries unfold. In the twilight of sunset, a golden glow, A wisdom deep, like the roots below. I waltz with days, I tango with years, Each wrinkle earned is a testament that cheers. Youth’s fleeting dance, a whirlwind of delight, Now…
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Echoes of Love – a poem Neatly folded clothes waiting to be put away in a closet filled with nostalgia Memories unfold as I unravel my mother’s saree that still seems to hold her fragrance Mixed with Champa* flowers that she loved to tuck under her pillow within pages of her…
Inspired by teacher, award-winning poet, and author, George Ella Lyon’s poem Where I am From Where I am From I am from my mother’s delicate henna-ed hands, from discovering fragrant dried petals of Magnolia in her diaries, with recipes for food lovingly cooked from scratch, cherished from treasured steel tiffin carriers.…
In life, we must do the right thing even when no one’s watching. As Mark Twain rightly says, “Do the right thing. It will gratify some people and astonish the rest.” Rather than ramble on about why do the right thing, here’s a lovely poem titled Making Sarah Cry by Cheryl…
The poem “A Stranger Passes By” is such a poignant example of how we are sometimes guilty of taking our loved ones for granted and skip showing them the courtesy they deserve. I remember, more than a decade ago, my son asking me why we are always so particular about saying…
Here’s a poem (author unknown) that simply and beautifully describes the four steps to happiness. More than that, it emphasizes the fact that each one of is unique and we should celebrate our uniqueness. I had come across this a long time ago in a book and saved it. While going…
April 16 marked the birth anniversary of one of our most beloved comedians, Charlie Chaplin, who starred in silent films from 1920 to 1950. His iconic mustache and hat, and his humor are his trademarks. He has thrilled millions with his performance and continues to do so. Can you imagine not…